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Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse

This square concrete lighthouse, built in 2023, stands 37 meters tall. Its light is positioned 13 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash. It is located at the eastern end of the detached south outer breakwater, which shields the Hegura Shima harbor entrance. Access to this facility is exclusively by boat.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
13m

Construction & History

Year Built
2023

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7201.6
NGA No.
2868
ARLHS No.
JPN-1217
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
37.8500°
Longitude
136.9170°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Hegurashima Kō displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wajima at 26.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include Iida (30.3 NM SE), Akasaki, Tottori (42.6 NM SSW), KOGA (43.6 NM SSW), Nanao (47.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse?+
Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hegurashima Kō Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.